Jan Becher – Karlovarská Becherovka
Jan Becher – Karlovarská Becherovka is a traditional Czech herbal liqueur produced in the city of Karlovy Vary. The brand is currently owned by the French spirits group Pernod Ricard and follows a proprietary recipe dating back to its establishment in 1807.
Brand Identity Data
HQ Country
Czechia
HQ City
Karlovy Vary
Founded
1807
EU Headquartered
Yes
EU Manufactured
Yes
Ownership Type
public
Stock Exchange
Euronext Paris
Tax Domicile
FR
Ultimate Parent
Pernod Ricard SA
Data Hosting
null
GDPR Status
null
Carbon Neutral
false
B Corp Certified
No
Supply Chain
part of Pernod Ricard S&R reporting
Repair / Recycling
No
Ethical Certifications
None verified
Verified on October 15, 2026
Corporate Lineage
1807
Establishment
Josef Vitus Becher began production of the herbal liqueur in Karlovy Vary.
1997
Privatization
The company was fully privatized following the dissolution of Czechoslovakia.
2001
Acquisition
The company was acquired by the French group Pernod Ricard.
2022
Divestiture
Pernod Ricard sold the Becherovka brand to the Maspex Group.